Originally constructed circa 1850 as a humble one-room village primary school, Greystones has, over the decades, been sympathetically transformed and thoughtfully extended to create a truly remarkable country home of immense charm and character. Tucked away within approximately 3 acres in the sought-after village of Rimington, the property enjoys an idyllic and wonderfully private setting, accompanied by breathtaking panoramic views stretching across rolling farmland towards the Ribble Valley and the majestic Yorkshire Dales beyond. Steeped in history yet perfectly suited to modern family life, Greystones offers an exceptional blend of period character, generous proportions and timeless elegance. From the moment of arrival, the property exudes warmth and individuality, beginning with an entrance porch featuring a solid original-style door opening into a welcoming vestibule and reception hallway, complete with oak flooring and a graceful staircase rising to the first floor. The elegant dining room is rich in character, adorned with ornate coving and decorative mouldings, whilst a beautiful feature fireplace forms an attractive focal point. Windows to both the front and rear elevations, including a delightful bay window overlooking the gardens, allow natural light to pour through the space and enhance its inviting atmosphere. The principal living room is equally impressive; a wonderfully comfortable yet refined space centred around a striking fireplace housing a wood-burning stove. Decorative coving and mouldings add further charm, whilst a distinctive circular bay creates a delightful architectural feature, flowing seamlessly from here is the magnificent family room, bathed in natural light through glazing to three elevations and the roof, with French doors opening directly onto the gardens and perfectly framing the surrounding scenery. One of the home’s most enchanting rooms is undoubtedly the library, fitted in 1959 by Harrods with bespoke handcrafted cabinetry and joinery. Rich in atmosphere and character, this beautiful retreat is complemented by a multi-fuel stove set beneath a fireplace perfectly in keeping with the room’s heritage and style. The breakfast kitchen is both spacious and beautifully practical, fitted with an extensive range of cabinetry complemented by warm wood block work surfaces. Designed very much with family living and entertaining in mind, it provides space for a range cooker with extractor above, plumbing for two dishwashers and ample space for a tall fridge freezer, whilst attractive bay windows to the front and side elevations flood the room with light and capture the surrounding views. Adjoining the kitchen is a highly functional utility room with double Belfast sink, fitted storage and appliance space, leading through to a boot room with further Belfast sink, external access and internal access back into the hallway. A substantial walk-in pantry provides excellent additional storage, complete with fitted shelving, Belfast sink, wood block work surfaces and a charming serving hatch opening into the dining room, alongside a further secondary pantry. The ground floor accommodation is completed by a 2pc cloakroom and a substantial store room offering excellent versatility as a home office, hobby room or additional reception space if desired. To the first floor, the elegant staircase rises to a bright and airy landing illuminated by two front-facing windows and Velux roof lights, creating a wonderful sense of space and light. The five bedrooms are all exceptionally generous doubles, each enjoying its own style and outlook. The principal suite is particularly impressive, positioned to the front of the property benefitting from fitted storage, a dressing room with fitted wardrobes and a stylish 4pc en-suite bathroom incorporating a jacuzzi-style bath, walk-in rainfall shower, wash basin and WC. The guest suite is equally appealing, enjoying the luxury of its own en-suite facilities together with a private sitting room which is the perfect place to unwind whilst taking in the stunning surrounding countryside. Two further bedrooms also benefit from en-suite shower rooms, whilst the remaining accommodation is served by a beautifully appointed 4pc family bathroom. A staircase continues to the attic room, an incredibly versatile additional space with four Velux windows, ideally suited as a games room, studio or home office. Outside, Greystones continues to impress. A sweeping driveway leads elegantly towards the property, bordered to one side by an attractive woodland garden which enhances the sense of seclusion and tranquillity. Extensive parking is provided to the front, whilst an additional side driveway forming the original approach to the house offers further access via a right of way. The formal gardens are simply exquisite and have clearly been lovingly cultivated over many years. Large stone-flagged terraces and pathways weave through beautifully maintained lawns, rockeries and raised beds, all richly planted with an abundance of mature trees, shrubs and seasonal planting, creating a stunning and ever-changing backdrop to the house throughout the year. Further complementing the property is a substantial garage with electric roller door, power and lighting, together with a secondary garage capable of accommodating four to five vehicles nose-to-tail. Attached to this is a practical potting shed with Belfast sink, beyond which lies the boiler room housing the oil-fired central heating boiler, access to the oil tank storage area and an additional two-piece cloakroom. For those seeking additional land, a further circa 27.5 acres is available by separate negotiation. EPC: D I Freehold I Council Tax Band: G
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